Byzantine Catholic congregation lists Denver church for $1.1M with 2,500-sq foot building described as having 'residential potential' - even though it doesn't have any bedrooms

One of only two Byzantine Catholic churches in Denver, Colorado has hit the market for $1.1 million - and is advertised as having 'residential potential' despite one catch. 

The three-story Holy Protection of the Mother of God church, located at 1201 S. Elizabeth St, is up for sale because its growing congregation needs more space.

The listing agent for the property, Matt Harper, told The Denver Post the 2,600 square foot building on the 6,200 square foot lot has the potential to be turned into a daycare or residence - but buyers should be aware that it does not have bedrooms.

'It's a very interesting architectural building,' Harper said. 'It's surrounded by nothing but residential. It's a really unique area.'

The Madison Commercial Properties broker associate is also helping the Byzantine church find a new church that can better accommodate its congregation.

One of two existing Byzantine Catholic churches in Denver, Colorado has been put on the market as the congregation is looking for a bigger space

Holy Protection of the Mother of God, located at 1201 S. Elizabeth St., has been listed for $1.1 million (Pictured: Main worship space within the church)

The 2,600 square foot facility has the potential to be turned into a daycare or residence, despite not having any bedrooms (Pictured: Main worship space within the church)

In recent years, Harper said the congregation has grown significantly, and they are looking for a space between 6,000 and 10,000 square feet.

'It's a tough project to do sometimes,' Harper said. 'There's not a whole lot of inventory of churches on the market, and if there are, they are really large or small. It's tough to find.' 

Built in 1943, the three-story church includes three office-like rooms, two bathrooms, a main hall where services are normally held, and a small mezzanine on the third floor. There is also a storage shed on the property.

Harper said he has shown the church to faith-based groups looking for a new place of worship, as well as someone who is considering converting it into a yoga studio.

The three-story church (pictured) includes three office-like rooms, two bathrooms, a main hall where services are normally held, and a small mezzanine on the third floor

In recent years, the listing agent for the property Matt Harper said the Byzantine Catholic congregation has grown significantly, and they are looking for a space between 6,000 and 10,000 square feet

Pictured: One of the large office-like rooms within the church

The larger office space comes with a kitchen area, which includes a fridge and a coffee bar

Pictured: View from the third floor mezzanine

Pictured: One of the three office spaces within the church

Pictured: One of three office spaces within the church

Pictured: The outside of the 6,250 square foot lot, with a view of a storage shed

Pictured: A close up of the church's storage shed

This is not the first time a church has been put on the market and successfully renovated and converted into a residence.

A former parish church in Northamptonshire, England was been converted into a stunning four-bedroom family home, and is on the market for £1.2 million.

The Medieval building includes vaulted ceilings and original stone windows.